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Give 30

What is Give 30?

Founded in 2012 in Mississauga, Give 30 is a community-based initiative built upon the ideas and tenets of the Muslim month of fasting, Ramadan. During this 30 day period, Muslims are not to consume any food or drink (even water!) during daylight hours. This is designed to bring people closer to the Creator, and also to give perspective on the fundamental gifts food and drink are to us. Through this time of fasting, people are encouraged to be more compassionate to their fellow man who may not have food or drink not by choice, but by circumstance. 

So if Ramadan is about food, hunger, compassion, social solidarity and sharing, Give 30 embodies that spirit. This grassroots movement encourages people of ALL walks of life to think about those in our community who are struggling and lend a helping hand. That’s right, you don’t have to be Muslim in order to participate in Give 30.

So what can you do? 

1. Donate to Partner Organizations (Like the Cambridge Food Bank)
While you don’t have to fast to participate in Give 30, you can start by committing to give up one thing for 30 days, whether it be coffee, having lunch out, or something like that. Then, you donate the money that you would’ve spent on that one thing to the Give 30 campaign through a partner organization. Give 30 does not profit directly from this initiative, all of the money and donations are handled through partner food banks in your local community. 

2. Run a food drive in your office
Encourage co-workers and friends to donate canned goods, fresh foods and grocery gift cards in an effort to make a difference in your community for 30 days. Check out our recent blog about how to run a food drive for more information. 

3. Put aside part of your food budget
If you’re able to, put aside part of your food budget this month towards either a donation or food for your local food bank. Check out our tips for cutting down on your food budget for help thinking about ideas or recipes.

We hope that through this next month you’ll be able to contribute to the Give 30 campaign and make a difference in your community. For more information about the Give 30 organization check out their website at give30.ca. Ramandan is from March 1 – March 29, 2025. Give 30 starts on February 20, 2025.

Cambridge Jazz Festival Fundraiser

Your day at the Festival…

Your day at the festival includes complete in/out privileges all day long so you can enjoy a meal at the many options provided in the Gaslight District including The Foundry Tavern, The French, or Pizza Motola.

Tapestry Hall is located in a wonderful neighbourhood close to old stone buildings and across the street from the Grand River. You can enjoy the Gaslight concourse or opt to stay in all day and soak up our four fantastic entertainment options while enjoying comfortable seating, casual fare and a well stocked bar.

This is a Galt Jazz non-profit community event, with the Cambridge Food Bank receiving a share of all proceeds.

 
Click here to learn more.

Hey Jazz Lovers!

You know Mike Farwell—host of The Mike Farwell Show on CityNews, covering everything from local stories to big ideas.

Well, Dave Ottenbrite recently had the pleasure of chatting with Mike about the Cambridge Jazz Festival—how it started, why it matters, and why so many people are excited about it.

🎧 Catch the Mike Farwell interview here

Cambridge Food Bank’s AGM

We are excited to invite you to the Cambridge Food Bank’s Annual General Meeting on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 7:00 pm, which will be held at Forward Church (55 Franklin Blvd, Cambridge, ON). 

Do you ever wonder how your efforts have touched the lives of those we serve? Are you curious about the challenges we’ve overcome or the new initiatives we’re planning? The AGM is an opportunity to see the impact of your support firsthand.  We’ll be sharing updates on our programs, their outcomes, our financials, and more.

RSVP to confirm your attendance
https://bit.ly/CambridgeFoodBankAGM

Vegetable Stir-Fry with Fresh Stir-Fry Sauce 

A Quick and Flavourful Meal, Perfect for a Weeknight 

Serves 4

Ingredients: 

  • 1 1/3 Cups of Rice 
  • 3 Cloves of Garlic, peeled and minced 
  • 1 Tbsp Ginger, peeled and minced or grated 
  • 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce 
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil 
  • 1 Tbsp Rice Vinegar, or White Wine Vinegar 
  • 1 Tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup 
  • ½ Tsp Chili Flakes, or 1 Tsp Hot Sauce 
  • 1 Tsp Corn Starch 
  • 3 Tbsp Cooking Oil 
  • 1 Yellow Onion, peeled and sliced 
  • 1 Cup Carrot, washed and thinly sliced 
  • 1 Bell Pepper, cored and thinly sliced 
  • 1 Cup Asparagus, washed and sliced into 1-inch segments 
  • 1 Cup Broccoli, washed and cut into bite-sized pieces 
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds 
  • 1 Cup Green Onion, thinly sliced or Cilantro, roughly chopped (optional) 

 

Directions:

  1. In a medium pot, combine ice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 15-18 minutes, until the water has been absorbed into the rice. Remove from heat and stir, making sure no rice is sticking to the bottom of the pan, then let sit until the stir-fry is complete. 
  2. In a small bowl, combine your garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, honey or maple syrup and chili flakes or hot sauce. Then add cornstarch and whisk to combine. 
  3. Make sure all your vegetables are prepped and ready to cook. You’ll need to move quickly once you start your stir-fry. 
  4. Put your largest frying pan, or a wok, on medium high heat and add the cooking oil. Once the oil is hot add the onion and carrot and cook, constantly stirring, for 2 minutes. 
  5. Add the asparagus, peppers and broccoli and cook, stirring for 1-2 minutes. 
  6. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the stir-fry sauce. Cook, while stirring everything together, for 2 minutes more, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the vegetables are coated. 
  7. Portion the rice onto bowls or plates, then spoon over the stir-fry. Top with sesame seed and green onion or cilantro, if using. Enjoy! 

Cambridge Centre Honda’s Test Drive for Charity

January 1 – 31, 2021

Cambridge Centre Honda

227 Hespeler Road

https://www.cambridgecentrehonda.com/

 

 

For the month of January Cambridge Centre Honda will be supporting The Cambridge Food Bank with their Test Drive for Charity campaign. 

For each test drive taken throughout the month, Cambridge Centre Honda will contribute $ that will be put towards buying The Cambridge Food Bank’s most needed items.